Process Operator - 1st Shift

Scientific Protein Laboratories LLC; United States; On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Excellent benefits (Medical, Dental, V

Vision on Day 1

Life and AD&D Insurance

Short and Long-term Disability

Health saving options

401k

Paid holidays

Advancement opportunities

Team environment

Job summary

Scientific Protein Laboratories LLC in Waunakee, Wisconsin, is hiring a Process Operator to learn and perform manufacturing activities following MIs and cGMPs. The role involves manufacturing products, handling acids/solvents, and maintaining clean, safe work areas.

The position emphasizes following SOPs, accurate record-keeping, and working within 12-hour shifts on the 4am–4pm schedule. Entry-level candidates with motivation to learn are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or G.E.D.
• Entry-level candidates with a strong work ethic and willingness to learn will be considered.
• Ability to follow detailed MIs, SOPs and controlled documentation.
• Basic understanding of cGMPs and GDPs, or ability to learn and apply.

Responsibilities

• Follow written procedures for production according to MI's, GMPs, GDPs and SOPs.
• Perform activities to manufacture products including solvent handling and equipment workups.
• Use good judgment to achieve production goals while managing costs.
• Adhere to schedules and deliver work reliably and on time.
• Keep accurate production records and documentation.
• Lift up to 90 lbs and use PPE; work in a controlled chemical environment.

Skills

Basic math

Attention to detail

Strong work ethic

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Join our team at Scientific Protein Laboratories (SPL), a world leader in biosourced pharmaceuticals, located just outside of Madison, Wisconsin in Waunakee! SPL is an innovative biopharmaceutical leader with unique products and services supporting the pharmaceutical industry globally. For over 40 years, SPL specializes in the development and cGMP compliant manufacturing of Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (APIs). SPL has an exciting opportunity to join the team as a Process Operator.

Our Process Operator is responsible for learning, under direct supervision, the activities necessary to produce SPL products following current Manufacturing Instructions (MIs) and current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMPs).

Responsibilities:

• - Follows written procedures required for the production of SPL specialty products according to current Manufacturing Instructions (MI's), Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP's), Good Documentation Practices (GDP's) and Standard Operating Procedures (SOP's).
• - Performs activities necessary to manufacture products. These activities may include but are not limited to solvent handling, washing and sanitizing equipment and work areas, and process equipment assembly and teardown.
• - Must be able to exercise good judgment to accomplish goals to ensure success while manufacturing a costly product.
• - Adheres to established work schedules in a consistently reliable manner and performs job responsibilities and delivers work products on a dependable and timely basis.
• - Must be knowledgeable on basic mathematics and be able to use a calculator to perform basic calculations.
• - Able to perform a variety of tasks while exercising some degree of creativity and latitude to accomplish goals.
• - Will work with acids, caustics, solvents, and use PPE. Utilizes good housekeeping practices to ensure work areas are neat and sanitary.

Requirements :

• - Education: High School Diploma or G.E.D.
• - Entry-level candidates with a strong work ethic and willingness to learn will be considered.
• - Ability to follow detailed written Manufacturing Instructions (MIs), Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and other controlled documentation.
• - Basic understanding of Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMPs) and Good Documentation Practices (GDPs), or the ability to learn and apply these standards.
• - Ability to work safely with chemicals including acids, caustics, and solvents while following established safety procedures.
• - Ability to assemble, disassemble, clean, and sanitize manufacturing equipment.
• - Ability to work in a manufacturing environment with exposure to varying temperatures, noise levels, and chemical processing operations.
• - Strong attention to detail with the ability to accurately complete production records and documentation.
• - Ability to successfully complete required training and qualification programs.
• - Must be able to lift up to 90 lbs.
• - Ability to use personal protective equipment as required.
• - Ability to work a 12 hour shift.
• - Schedule: 1st shift, 4am- 4pm, Wednesday, Thursday and every other weekend (Friday - Sunday).

Preferred:

• - Associate degree or coursework in Biotechnology, Life Sciences, Chemistry, Manufacturing Technology, or a related field.
• - 2+ years of experie nce in manufacturing, pharmaceutical, biotechnology, food processing, chemical processing, or regulated production environments.

WHY JOIN SPL?

Our employees are our success! We recruit motivated people, recognize their contributions, and support their development to reach their full potential.

Perks include:

• competitive compensation
• excellent benefits package - including Medical, Dental and Vision on Day 1
• Life and AD&D Insurance, and Short and Long-term Disability
• Health and Flexible Saving Account options
• Employee Assistance Program, generous vacation
• paid Holidays
• 401k
• advancement opportunities
• team-oriented environment
• community involvement
• company events and more!

SPL is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, creed, disability, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, and any other status protected by applicable local, state or federal law.